QuakerOatmeal
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- May 6, 2019
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I recently joined a few months ago after purchasing my first Kamaka.
Just wanted to check in and let everyone know that I am able to strum smoothly now, and barr chords relatively well!
Everyday I impress myself more and more, and playing the Uke has become almost a daily therapy of sorts for me.
I learned how to play the Monster Mash for the month of October, and I'm currently working on learning a "simplified" version of "Somewhere over the Rainbow".
6 months ago I would've told my teacher it would be impossible for me to even consider playing. But now after all my daily practice seems like a realistic goal.
I've also purchased a college level Music Theory textbook that I have been working through with my Uke teacher, and although I'm not as enthused to work on, it is very interesting to learn. It's almost like learning a new language!
I know it may not seem like much, but I've exceeded all of my expectations at this point, and my Uke has brought so much joy to my life.
I've always struggled greatly with depression, and the joyful notes from my instrument are one of the few things that bring me enjoyment when things are grey. It's partly why I've been so diligent with my practice.
Anyway, this has dragged on way more than I intended. Just wanted to let everyone know how I've been since I disappeared after my first few posts in May.
Cheers
Just wanted to check in and let everyone know that I am able to strum smoothly now, and barr chords relatively well!
Everyday I impress myself more and more, and playing the Uke has become almost a daily therapy of sorts for me.
I learned how to play the Monster Mash for the month of October, and I'm currently working on learning a "simplified" version of "Somewhere over the Rainbow".
6 months ago I would've told my teacher it would be impossible for me to even consider playing. But now after all my daily practice seems like a realistic goal.
I've also purchased a college level Music Theory textbook that I have been working through with my Uke teacher, and although I'm not as enthused to work on, it is very interesting to learn. It's almost like learning a new language!
I know it may not seem like much, but I've exceeded all of my expectations at this point, and my Uke has brought so much joy to my life.
I've always struggled greatly with depression, and the joyful notes from my instrument are one of the few things that bring me enjoyment when things are grey. It's partly why I've been so diligent with my practice.
Anyway, this has dragged on way more than I intended. Just wanted to let everyone know how I've been since I disappeared after my first few posts in May.
Cheers
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